Background and aims. Atrophic gastritis (AG) results most often from Helicobacter pylori (H.
pylori) infection. AG is the most important single risk condition for gastric cancer that often …

This review provides the most recent data concerning the epidemiology of Helicobacter
pylori infection. Overall, the trend of declining prevalence of H. pylori infection is continuing …

MUC2 is the primary component of the mucin barrier that separates the intestinal microbiota
and the intestinal epithelium. This mucous barrier is affected by both luminal/microbial …

Background: Guaiac-based fecal occult blood tests (FOBTs) for colorectal cancer screening
are not specific for human hemoglobin and have low sensitivity. Automated-development …

Context Maintenance therapy for Crohn disease features the use of immunosuppressive
drugs, which are associated with an increased risk of infection. Identification of safe and …

Background & Aims A number of double, triple, and quadruple therapies have been
proposed as first-line empiric treatments for Helicobacter pylori infection. However …

Background Capsule endoscopy is a relatively new imaging tool for the detection of small
bowel pathology. The assessment of the severity of Crohn's disease by capsule endoscopy …

Objective The best approach for Helicobacter pylori management remains unclear. An audit
process is essential to ensure clinical practice is aligned with best standards of care. Design …

OBJECTIVES: Infection with Helicobacter pylori, particularly with strains positive for CagA
protein, increases the risk of gastric adenocarcinoma. Few studies have explored the …

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a leading cause of death in the United States. Despite its slow
development and the capacity for early diagnosis, current preventive approaches are not …